SolarPunkerFeb 21

Best modded console for 240p RetroArch gaming on CRT? (Wii vs PS2?)

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Best modded console for 240p RetroArch gaming on CRT? (Wii vs PS2?) - SLRPNK

So, I’m searching the best console to run 240p games thru RetroArch on a CRT (14" feels the best size for this): I’ve read the most mature homebrew console for this are Wii and PS2. PS2 is less powerfull but it has native 240p output and can run PSX native. Wii doesn’t have native 240p but ppl claim 480i/480p is sharp enough and the difference is minimal, also it’s more powerfull and can run more platforms. I would exclude more expansive options like FPGA or an ad-hoc raspberry.

Show threadClipperDefianceFeb 21

I’d go with the Wii. It’s super easy to get homebrew running on a Wii and only requires a compatible SD card (technically it’s not required to actually install the Homebrew Channel, but you’ll need one to actually run and store your emulators and ROMs). Just note that later produced consoles had the GameCube backwards compatibility removed.

Homebrew on a PS2 is more complicated. The easiest way to run homebrew is by purchasing a memory card with FreeMCBoot pre-installed. A better way (in my opinion) is to use a SATA modded Sony network adapter (it must be an original Sony unit) with a 1TB or less SSD (for compatibility reasons) and install PlayStation Broadband Navigator Definitive Edition. If you just want to use FMCB you’ll still want a network adapter and drive, but you can use a third-party one that comes with SATA support out of the box. Another thing is that there were a lot of revisions to the PS2 and not all methods of accessing homebrew work with all models.

Show threadbridgeenjoyer
You can stream ps2 games from your network to the Ethernet port. I want to try it someday.
Feb 27 at 6:52pmWeb
Show threadSolarPunkerMar 6
If I’m not wrong you need a sever always on for that (a raspberry or a laptop it’s ok I suppose). Good if you have a slim model but a fat with hdd seems preferable.